Why the Therapeutic Alliance matters?

The therapeutic alliance is the quality of the relationship between a therapist and client over time…

Assert Yourself – The Basics of Communication Style

Assertiveness is a style of communication that is firm but respectful. It allows you to set boundaries…

The Art and Science of Feedback

One of the most important interpersonal communication skills in maintaining healthy personal and…

“This” can be avoided by knowing the patterns of effective communication

In therapy, clients often say that it’s hard to communicate their feelings. This is…

Depression: A misunderstood and loosely used term

“I am feeling very depressed.” “Rains make the day so dull and depressing.” ‘“My friend is depressed about getting scolded by her parents.” How often do we or hear others say this? Ever wondered what the terms “depressed” or “depressive” really mean? Depression- using the word wisely Depression, as a mental health condition, is greatly… Continue reading Depression: A misunderstood and loosely used term

Emotional Flooding

Emotional Flooding Are you getting emotionally flooded? Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your emotions have felt out of control, overwhelming, almost primitive in their intensity? You might recognise that this experience feels qualitatively different from being a little upset or anxious or frustrated. It is different because when one feels emotionally… Continue reading Emotional Flooding

Art of Relationships

Art of Relationships Breaking dysfunctional, cyclical patterns in relationships Relationships aren’t easy, and the closer the relationship, such as that with a spouse, the more difficult it gets. Conflict is inevitable in relationships, however, how a couple deals with conflict forms a key contributor to the overall health of a relationship. Each couple in a relationship… Continue reading Art of Relationships

‘Faith’ In Belief!!

‘Faith’ In Belief!! I am an Atheist. I know (and not just believe) that even though we cannot disprove the existence of god, the probability of it is extremely low. I have held this thought since a long time with amazing clarity, especially after reading works of rational philosophers like Bertrand Russell. Yet, for no… Continue reading ‘Faith’ In Belief!!

Incongruence

Incongruence Incongruence is there, can be there and will be there as a part of our lives. There is incongruence within and in between individuals. People can love and hurt someone at the same time. They can believe in one thing, but act differently. People can approach something/someone and withdraw at the same time. There… Continue reading Incongruence

People

People I find myself thinking about people a lot. I thought that was the obvious outcome of being a psychotherapist by profession. But I am pretty sure now that my interest in observing, thinking and learning about people starts on a very personal level. My profession is an extension of it. People are basically different… Continue reading People